Icebergs and Outports

Icebergs and OutportsJoin us for an epic nine day sea kayak trip along Newfoundlands northern coast. Paddle amongst the icebergs that have floated south from Greenland and visit seldom visited Maritime fishing communities. The capelin should be running, so hopefully we will be visited by some migrating whales on our journey. An ideal trip for paddlers of all skill levels, this is expedition sea kayaking at its best a perfect balance between experiencing wilderness and

Join us for an epic nine day sea kayak trip along Newfoundland’s northern coast. Paddle amongst the icebergs that have floated south from Greenland and visit seldom visited Maritime fishing communities. The capelin should be running, so hopefully we will be visited by some migrating whales on our journey.

An ideal trip for paddlers of all skill levels, this is expedition sea kayaking at its best – a perfect balance between experiencing wilderness and Newfoundland coastal culture. We promise that this will be a trip of a lifetime!

Sample Itinerary

Please note that the itinerary may change based on the weather conditions.

Day 1: Trip Orientation in Gander

Overnight Location - Sinbad's Hotel (optional, not included) | Time - Kayaking  - None | Meals - None

Arrive at Sinbad's Hotel in Gander, NL, between 4:00–6:00 pm for a trip orientation and outfitting. Meet your guides, review the trip plan, and receive gear and packing recommendations.

Day 2: Departure from Gander to Embree and Paddle to Camp #1

Overnight Location - Island Camp #1 | Time - Kayaking – 3–4 hours | Meals - Lunch, Dinner

Depart Gander at 9:00 am for a shuttle to Embree. Upon arrival, participate in kayak and gear fitting, followed by a safety briefing and packing session. After lunch, paddle to the first island camp, arriving around 3:30 pm. Set up camp, explore the island, or learn camp cooking tips while guides prepare dinner. Enjoy appetizers, a 6:00 pm dinner, and optional campfire and stargazing.

Day 3: Paddle to Camp #2 and Beothuk History

Overnight Location - Island Camp #2 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start with breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am. Pack up camp, stretch, and depart by 10:00 am. Paddle through scenic waters, stopping for an island lunch. Arrive at Camp #2 around 3:00 pm and visit the remains of a Beothuk camp to learn about the area’s indigenous history. Enjoy dinner at 6:00 pm, followed by an optional campfire and stargazing.

Day 4: Paddle to Camp #3

Overnight Location - Island Camp #3 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin the day with breakfast at 7:30–8:30 am, followed by packing up camp. Enjoy a day of paddling out on the water, stopping for lunch en route. Arrive at Camp #3 by 3:00 pm, set up camp, and relax before dinner at 6:00 pm, with optional campfire and stargazing to close the evening.

Day 5: Explore Exploits Island

Overnight Location - Island Camp #4 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am, then pack up camp and depart by 9:30 am. Paddle toward Exploits Island, stopping for lunch along the way. Arrive at Camp #4 around 3:30 pm to set up camp. Dinner is served at 6:00 pm, followed by optional campfire and stargazing.

Day 6: Explore Trails and Lighthouse

Overnight Location - Island Camp #4 | TIme - Kayaking – 1–2 hours, hiking optional | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, paddle a short distance to refill water at the community spring. Spend the day exploring hiking trails, including routes to the lighthouse and local village. Return to camp by 4:00 pm for dinner and optional campfire and stargazing.

Day 7: Paddle South to Camp #5

Overnight Location - Island Camp #5 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start with breakfast at 7:30–8:30 am, then pack up camp and depart by 9:30 am. Today you will paddle south to one of several islands, depending on weather conditions. Arrive at Camp #5 by 3:00 pm for dinner at 6:00 pm, with optional campfire and stargazing.

Day 8: Return Paddle to Camp #1

Overnight Location - Island Camp #1 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am, then pack up camp and launch by 9:30 am. Paddle south, retracing the route to Camp #1. Arrive at 3:30 pm and settle in for a final evening with dinner and optional campfire and stargazing.

Day 9: Return Paddle to Mainland and Shuttle to Gander

Overnight Location - None | Time - Kayaking – 2–3 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast at 7:30–8:30 am, pack up camp and launch at 10:00 am for the final paddle back to the mainland. Enjoy lunch at 12:00 pm before bidding farewell. Depart at 1:00 pm for the shuttle back to Gander.